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BRILLIANT BEETLES OF CUMBRIA: Cumbria’s gardens, woodlands and meadows come alive in summer
BRILLIANT BEETLES OF CUMBRIA From shimmering rose chafers to bright red soldier beetles, Cumbria’s gardens, woodlands and meadows come alive in summer with colourful insects just waiting to be discovered. by Danni Murphy Summer is one of the best times to go on a beetle hunt in Cumbria. During July and August, gardens, woodlands, meadows, […]
Community-led conservation giving hope to one of Britain’s most endangered birds
THE MELBREAK CURLEW RECOVERY PROJECT Community-led conservation giving hope to one of Britain’s most endangered birds. by Danni Murphy In the quiet farmland of the Lorton Valley, just south of Cockermouth, a dedicated group of residents and farmers is working to save one of Britain’s most evocative and endangered birds. The Melbreak Curlew Recovery Project, […]
EYES TO THE SKY: Kids’ Birdwatching in Cumbria (May-June)
EYES TO THE SKY Kids’ Birdwatching in Cumbria (May-June) by Danni Murphy Spring and early summer are wonderful times to go bird watching in Cumbria. Birds are busy building nests, finding food, and raising their chicks. With a little patience and a good pair of eyes, children can spot many different birds in gardens, countryside, […]
FLYCAMPING: A growing threat to Cumbria’s natural beauty
FLYCAMPING: A growing threat to Cumbria’s natural beauty. by Danielle Murphy For centuries, Cumbria has been celebrated for its rugged beauty — a landscape immortalised in poetry, paintings, and photographs. Artists and visitors alike have long admired the serene majesty of the Lake District. But in recent years, a surge in footfall has brought with […]
THE HISTORY OF OUR HERDWICKS
THE HISTORY OF OUR HERDWICKS We all love them, they are a huge part of Cumbrian heritage and we all recognise their cute little smiling faces, but do you really know them and their origins here in Cumbria? by Danni Murphy Herdwick sheep are a hardy, distinctive breed with deep historical roots in Cumbria. They […]
Community planting for pollinators day in Whitehaven
Community planting for pollinators day in Whitehaven Cumberland Council, as part of the Planting for Pollinators initiative, is announcing a community event dedicated to planting wildflowers for pollinators. Taking place on Saturday 16 March, this event is a key component of the Planting for Pollinators project, funded by Cumberland Council, and Westmorland and Furness Council. […]
Herd about Cumbria’s Fell Ponies?
Herd about Cumbria’s Fell Ponies? There’s an uncertain future for the animals that helped us make history. Cumbria is well known for our native breeds of livestock; everyone knows of our Herwick sheep, but surprisingly, the animals on which our county was literally built on the backs of, seem to be forgotten: the Fell Pony. […]
Lead the way
Lead the way Keeping your dog on a lead when out and about in Cumbria could mean the difference between life and death for our local livestock… Protect the sheep, keep it on a leash. Springtime is one of the best seasons of the year; the flowers are blooming, the days are longer, and there’s […]
Brothers Water – Small but Mighty
Brothers Water – Small but Mighty Nestled in the Hartsop valley in upper Patterdale, Brothers Water is one of the most remote bodies of water in the lake district and is bustling with an abundance of wildlife and flora. A mere puddle in comparison to its watery neighbours Windermere and Ullswater, this quaint little water […]
Tarn Hows Circular Route
Tarn Hows Circular Route With beautiful views of the Lakeland fells this easy circular route is ideal for the whole family. It is suitable for buggies and mobility aids. There is also a separate path leading up above the tarn so you can really take in those exceptional views if you are able. Keep your […]
